Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) today announced the signing of its first hotel in Jorhat, Assam under the Ginger brand. The hotel is a Greenfield project on a fully fitted lease.
Commenting on the occasion, Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President - Real Estate & Development, IHCL, stated, "IHCL is very committed to North East India and has been expanding rapidly in the region. Jorhat, a thriving city is an important centre for tea trading and the gateway to leading tourist destinations in Assam. We are delighted to partner with Mr. Kamal Jain for this Ginger hotel.”
The 100-key hotel is located on Club Road, adjacent to Jorhat Gymkhana, the third oldest golf club in the world, and a short driving distance from the airport. The hotel will feature Qmin, the signature all -day-diner offering a wide range of delectable culinary options. Additionally, there will be a well-equipped fitness center and meeting rooms.
“We are excited to be associated with IHCL, India’s leading hospitality company. This will be the first Ginger hotel in Jorhat.” said, Mr Kamal Jain.
Jorhat is known as the cultural capital of Assam and is a significant centre for tea traders and golfers in the North East. It is a key transit point to a World Heritage Site – Majuli the largest riverine island in the world and Kaziranga National Park.
With the addition of this hotel, IHCL will have five hotels in Assam, including three under development.